Ranking of Popular Magic Tricks
Magic tricks are a popular attraction at all kinds of events.
Even if you’re not a professional magician, there are plenty of popular tricks that, with a bit of practice, will make the audience go “Wow!”.
In this article, we’ll introduce these popular magic tricks in a ranked list.
If you’re considering performing magic at an event, be sure to use this as a reference!
Simple tricks are suitable for all ages, so they’re also recommended for kids interested in magic.
Experience the joy of amazing and entertaining everyone with your own skills!
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Magic/Conjuring Popular Tricks Ranking (41–50)
Teleportation of a coin50rank/position
It starts with cards placed over coins at the four corners of a table, but then the coins begin moving one after another to different spots.
In the second half, the cards are removed and it shifts into a coins-only teleportation routine.
Simply waving a hand makes the coins jump successively, and in the end they transform into rose petals.
Tricks like this involving teleportation can sometimes use extra coins hidden in the palm with a technique called palming, beyond the four you can see, but that doesn’t seem to be the case here.
In fact, there’s a trick mechanism known as black art: you can’t tell through the screen, but in person you’d see flaps that flip open and shut on the black mat.
Still, even if that mechanism was used, it’s so smart and smooth that you’d be tempted to believe it’s real magic.
Magic/Conjuring Popular Tricks Ranking (51–60)
A handkerchief pierced through the smartphone!51rank/position
Let’s amaze everyone by making a handkerchief pass through a guest’s smartphone.
First, cut a piece of plastic sheet (like those from a 100-yen shop) into a rectangle with a slit big enough for the handkerchief to go through.
Thread the handkerchief through the slit and keep it hidden beforehand.
Start by borrowing the guest’s smartphone and taking out the handkerchief, making sure the plastic sheet stays concealed from the guest.
Then attach the plastic sheet to the phone and pull the handkerchief through.
You’ll need to be clever about how you hold everything so the plastic sheet stays invisible, so practice thoroughly!
Eraser that makes stars appear52rank/position
No special preparation needed—here’s an eraser trick where a star appears.
All you need is a very ordinary rectangular eraser.
Beforehand, draw a star on one side.
Once you’re ready, let’s begin! First, show the eraser to your spectator, subtly turning your wrist so it looks like you’re showing both sides while actually showing only the blank side.
Then simply flip the eraser over, and it will seem as if a star suddenly appeared.
Of course, you can use a symbol other than a star if you like.
Magic of eating a balloon53rank/position
I’m going to introduce a flashy, high-impact magic trick that’s super easy and recommended for anyone.
You know those long balloons used for balloon art? This trick makes it look like you’re munching and swallowing one of those big, long balloons—maybe you’ve seen it on TV.
The secret is actually very simple: before inflating the balloon, use a toothpick to poke a small hole near where you’ll blow it up.
Just make sure that when you tie the balloon after inflating, you tie it above the hole.
Then, put the opposite end in your mouth and use your tongue to push the balloon inward—the air will escape through the hole, making it look like you’re swallowing it.
It’s a trick that reads clearly even in large spaces, so it’s perfect for events like school festivals!
Magic where candy comes out of a tissue54rank/position
It’s a magic trick where you crumple a tissue that should be empty—just taken from the box—and, after a little “incantation,” candy appears from inside.
You clearly show that there’s nothing in your hands, and you use a tissue taken straight from the box, which really heightens the mystery.
In reality, behind the tissue you’re about to take, there’s a pre-crumpled tissue with candy hidden inside.
As you pull out the first tissue, you also secretly bring that crumpled tissue into your hand at the same time.
The key points are the overall angles and how you move your hands so that no one realizes the crumpled tissue has been placed there.
A magic trick where a handkerchief passes through the hand55rank/position
Here’s a clever magic trick that makes it look like a handkerchief passes through your hand.
First, use a hanger and pliers to create a clamp for the handkerchief, then wrap the hanger with tape that matches the handkerchief’s color to complete the gimmick.
Place the handkerchief into the gimmick, hold the fabric down with your index and middle fingers, and use your thumb and index finger to pinch the protruding end—this makes it look like you’re holding the handkerchief normally.
When you bring the hand that’s holding the handkerchief toward your other hand, release your thumb and wedge the gimmick into your palm—this is the key move.
Slowly let go and gently pull the handkerchief with your other hand, and it will appear as if the handkerchief is passing through your hand.
Finally, have someone place their hand under the handkerchief to block the view as you discreetly remove the gimmick—success!
Retention Vanish56rank/position
For those who want to dive into serious magic, I also recommend the retention vanish.
It’s one of the techniques used in coin magic.
First, open your right palm and place a coin onto it with your left hand.
In reality, though, you quickly move your middle finger to return the coin back into your left hand.
At the same time, you close your right hand, and when you open it, it looks as if the coin has disappeared.
There are many variations, so if you’re interested, look them up.
The key is to minimize the time the coin is hidden.